Landrover Discovery seized from gang involved in theft and resale of high value cars

It is part of Strathclyde Police's continuing campaign to hit criminals where it hurts - in the pocket.

The vehicles will be sold under the Proceeds of Crime Act, which allows police and prosecutors to take the possessions of criminals which have been bought through illegally-gained income.

Deputy Chief Constable Campbell Corrigan said it would help people struggling on low incomes, but who see neighbours with no obvious sources of income driving powerful cars, understand the force's determination to crack down on organised crime.

"People will challenge us about the notion that crime doesn't pay," he said.

"But they will say if they see people driving around in these hugely expensive cars, how can you say that crime doesn't pay?

"Well, the fact is that these individuals are languishing in jail, these cars are here and the money from that will go back to the communities which actually deserve it."